NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
Akram Khan, the British dancer and choreographer, calls for urgent action to save the performing arts and to support young dancers, in the face of the UK's enforced lockdown.
06:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often grated or chopped, ginger is an indispensable part of Japanese cuisine. Also known for its health benefits, ginger improves blood circulation and can even be used as a disinfectant.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Ishizuchisan.
07:30 TOKYO EYE 2020
Many delivery services are taking the initiative, going from neighborhood to neighborhood and delivering items of all kinds. They're also delivering peace of mind, as well as hope!
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Somewhere Street mini
Nuku'alofa is the capital of Tonga, an island country and the only kingdom in Oceania. Its name means "abode of love." It is a city surrounded by the calm sea, where people share such kindheartedness.
08:25 Pandemic History, Info & Tips
How can we associate better with COVID-19? Let's find the key by learning about the history of the infectious diseases Japan has experienced. This time: Benefits in the Edo Period.
08:30 Through the Kitchen Window
Shimi-konnyaku is a unique, naturally freeze-dried Japanese food that lasts long for 50 years. Visit a producer still making it in traditional way with full of memories of his hometown and family.
08:45 Magical Japanese "Cherry blossoms"
The Japanese language is rich in words and expressions influenced by nature and culture. This episode looks at words related to cherry blossoms. Explore the unique words and the culture behind them.
08:55 Core Kyoto mini
Kyoto City University of Arts, founded in 1880, has produced leading painters in the art world. Its policy emphasizes Shasei: painting from life through intensive observation.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Shizuoka Prefecture in daily 5-minute reports.
09:20 Tokyo Time-Lapse
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tokyo. We hope you enjoy these original takes on what may be the world's most exciting metropolis! This time: Nightview.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 KABUKI KOOL
Discover the many complex connections between kabuki and the historic capital of Kyoto. Actor Kataoka Ainosuke explores the newly restored Minami-za theater and plays set in Kyoto.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-1" by Totoki Naoko.
10:30 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Yakushima/ Takarajima.
11:25 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Mt. Fuji.
11:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Organized. Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, and Yumi Masuko of design studio Tonerico explore the aesthetics of organized design, from the clean lines of tea rooms to soaring cityscapes.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Somewhere Street mini
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It was built by European settlers in the 19th century. It has a free spirit that allows both men and women to chase their dreams and let their talents soar.
12:25 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (1)
The virion has protrusions called spike proteins, which cause it to resemble a crown, or "corona." Though a virion may be small, it carries lots of RNA packed with complicated genetic information.
12:30 Japanology Plus
Mateusz Urbanowicz: Portraying scenes from the city. In a Tokyo Stories interview, Urbanowicz shows Peter Barakan how he researches his work, and how he sees Tokyo's urban development.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
13:24 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
13:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often grated or chopped, ginger is an indispensable part of Japanese cuisine. Also known for its health benefits, ginger improves blood circulation and can even be used as a disinfectant.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-1" by Totoki Naoko.
14:30 Lunch ON!
Namba Betsuin, a Buddhist temple in Osaka, western Japan, has been loved by the local people since 1595. For lunch, a senior monk cooks up some delicious-looking vegetable curry for the other monks.
14:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Late Summer Fun
Summer is winding down, and tonight down by Edo Bay the streets are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers, and revelers. It's getting late, but this party is just getting started.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Mt. Fuji.
15:15 Direct Talk
A former German teacher who created a revolutionary system to provide people in developing countries with one-dollar glasses shares his thoughts on the meaning of sustainable social business.
15:30 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Four Seasons in Japan
Mt. Ontake is a 3,067-meter active volcano covered in its lower reaches by broadleaf and coniferous forests. Pristine water running in deep mountainside valleys attract birds, char and other wildlife.
16:20 Easy Japanese
#47 How do you do it? / To ask how to do something, say "doo yatte," meaning "how," followed with a verb like "suru," (to do), and then "n desuka."
16:23 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Chiba in daily 5-minute reports.
16:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Organized. Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, and Yumi Masuko of design studio Tonerico explore the aesthetics of organized design, from the clean lines of tea rooms to soaring cityscapes.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (1)
The virion has protrusions called spike proteins, which cause it to resemble a crown, or "corona." Though a virion may be small, it carries lots of RNA packed with complicated genetic information.
17:15 Direct Talk
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disaster and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
17:30 Japanology Plus
Mateusz Urbanowicz: Portraying scenes from the city. In a Tokyo Stories interview, Urbanowicz shows Peter Barakan how he researches his work, and how he sees Tokyo's urban development.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Somewhere Street mini
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It was built by European settlers in the 19th century. It has a free spirit that allows both men and women to chase their dreams and let their talents soar.
18:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 Lunch ON!
Namba Betsuin, a Buddhist temple in Osaka, western Japan, has been loved by the local people since 1595. For lunch, a senior monk cooks up some delicious-looking vegetable curry for the other monks.
18:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Late Summer Fun
Summer is winding down, and tonight down by Edo Bay the streets are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers, and revelers. It's getting late, but this party is just getting started.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 9
Technology continues to have a major impact on the eldercare industry. This episode examines how robots and wearable devices are improving quality of care for Japan's growing elderly population.
19:30 Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Often grated or chopped, ginger is an indispensable part of Japanese cuisine. Also known for its health benefits, ginger improves blood circulation and can even be used as a disinfectant.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 9
Technology continues to have a major impact on the eldercare industry. This episode examines how robots and wearable devices are improving quality of care for Japan's growing elderly population.
20:30 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 9
Technology continues to have a major impact on the eldercare industry. This episode examines how robots and wearable devices are improving quality of care for Japan's growing elderly population.
21:30 Four Seasons in Japan
Mt. Ontake is a 3,067-meter active volcano covered in its lower reaches by broadleaf and coniferous forests. Pristine water running in deep mountainside valleys attract birds, char and other wildlife.
21:40 Direct Talk
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disaster and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
21:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Chiba in daily 5-minute reports.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-1" by Totoki Naoko.
22:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Organized. Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, and Yumi Masuko of design studio Tonerico explore the aesthetics of organized design, from the clean lines of tea rooms to soaring cityscapes.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Edo Aquatics
We go out onto a river where pleasure seekers take in an aquatics show. At first glance a display of rag-tag theatricality, the perform-ers are actually practicing a centuries-old form of swimming.
23:15 Direct Talk
A former German teacher who created a revolutionary system to provide people in developing countries with one-dollar glasses shares his thoughts on the meaning of sustainable social business.
23:30 Japanology Plus
Mateusz Urbanowicz: Portraying scenes from the city. In a Tokyo Stories interview, Urbanowicz shows Peter Barakan how he researches his work, and how he sees Tokyo's urban development.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 Somewhere Street mini
With over 10 million residents, Brazil's megalopolis of Sao Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere. It prospered due to the coffee industry, attracting immigrants from around the world.
00:25 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (2)
Spike proteins, protrusions on the viral surface, play a key role in infection. Hidden away in secret "virus factories," the coronavirus replicates itself. This contributes to the spread of the virus.
00:30 Smitten in Japan: Hanko
Fresh perspectives on lesser-known parts of Japan. This time, hanko, stamps used in place of signatures in Japan, introduced by a Frenchman with a giant hanko collection!
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:10 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
01:24 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques! Featured recipe: Mushi Sushi.
01:30 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Mt. Fuji.
02:15 Direct Talk
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disaster and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
02:30 Lunch ON!
Namba Betsuin, a Buddhist temple in Osaka, western Japan, has been loved by the local people since 1595. For lunch, a senior monk cooks up some delicious-looking vegetable curry for the other monks.
02:55 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Late Summer Fun
Summer is winding down, and tonight down by Edo Bay the streets are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers, and revelers. It's getting late, but this party is just getting started.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-1" by Totoki Naoko.
03:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Organized. Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, and Yumi Masuko of design studio Tonerico explore the aesthetics of organized design, from the clean lines of tea rooms to soaring cityscapes.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:10 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
04:40 Direct Talk
A former German teacher who created a revolutionary system to provide people in developing countries with one-dollar glasses shares his thoughts on the meaning of sustainable social business.
04:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Chiba in daily 5-minute reports.
05:00 JAPAN'S TOP INVENTIONS
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, planetariums, which realistically reproduce the look of the starry night sky.
05:15 DEEPER LOOK from New York
An experienced anchor Del Irani has a cutting-edge dialogue. Today, Prof. Calab Alexander of Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health talks about the new Alzheimer's drug and its impact.
05:30 Japanology Plus
Mateusz Urbanowicz: Portraying scenes from the city. In a Tokyo Stories interview, Urbanowicz shows Peter Barakan how he researches his work, and how he sees Tokyo's urban development.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:15 Direct Talk
Textile expert Olga Reiche is working with rural artisans to find ways to build sustainable industry. Overcoming natural disaster and war through textiles, she shares her inspiring story.
06:30 Japan Railway Journal
Chizu Express, which runs through the Chugoku Mountains, has recorded a profit for 21 consecutive years. See how the company has managed to stay on top and what they are doing to ensure their future.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Yakushima/ Takarajima.
07:30 Core Kyoto
Moss has long played a vital role in Kyoto gardens. Its vivid green furriness and its complex yet delicate beauty is captivating. Landscapers and moss lovers enjoy incorporating it into daily life.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Somewhere Street mini
Wellington is the capital of New Zealand. It was built by European settlers in the 19th century. It has a free spirit that allows both men and women to chase their dreams and let their talents soar.
08:25 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (1)
The virion has protrusions called spike proteins, which cause it to resemble a crown, or "corona." Though a virion may be small, it carries lots of RNA packed with complicated genetic information.
08:30 DESIGN TALKS plus
Today's theme: Organized. Hiroshi Yoneya, Ken Kimizuka, and Yumi Masuko of design studio Tonerico explore the aesthetics of organized design, from the clean lines of tea rooms to soaring cityscapes.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:15 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country from in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Chiba in daily 5-minute reports.
09:30 Lunch ON!
Namba Betsuin, a Buddhist temple in Osaka, western Japan, has been loved by the local people since 1595. For lunch, a senior monk cooks up some delicious-looking vegetable curry for the other monks.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-2" by Totoki Naoko.
10:30 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Iriomotejima.
11:25 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
11:30 Culture Crossroads
The program features a "free school" run by an NPO in Tokyo that caters for students with foreign roots and limited Japanese skills who cannot cope with regular Japanese school lessons.
11:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
11:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Kimura Masahiko are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
11:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Somewhere Street mini
With over 10 million residents, Brazil's megalopolis of Sao Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere. It prospered due to the coffee industry, attracting immigrants from around the world.
12:25 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (2)
Spike proteins, protrusions on the viral surface, play a key role in infection. Hidden away in secret "virus factories," the coronavirus replicates itself. This contributes to the spread of the virus.
12:30 Explore Japan
Capturing Masters' Workmanship: This program uses technology to explore Japanese craftsmen's unique skills. Today we'll look at the kanna (Japanese plane), used in wooden construction.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
13:30 Japan Railway Journal
Chizu Express, which runs through the Chugoku Mountains, has recorded a profit for 21 consecutive years. See how the company has managed to stay on top and what they are doing to ensure their future.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-2" by Totoki Naoko.
14:30 J-Arena
We catch up with a 4th dan Shorinji Kempo teacher in Holland as he strives to keep the members of his new dojo on track with their training in the martial art amid the ongoing pandemic.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:15 Direct Talk
Jordi Fauli is the 9th head architect of the Sagrada Familia. He attempts to complete the building by 2026, 100 years after Gaudi's death. We look at the outlook during the COVID-19 pandemic.
15:30 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Four Seasons in Japan
The village of Shirakawago has over 100 old farmhouses featuring gassho-zukuri thatched roofs and is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is nestled in wooded mountains that are home to diverse wildlife.
16:20 Easy Japanese
#48 When I graduate, I want to work in Japan. / To explain your plan, say a verb in the "ta" form followed by "ra," to indicate the circumstance, and then whatever your plan is.
16:23 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Saitama in daily 5-minute reports.
16:30 Culture Crossroads
The program features a "free school" run by an NPO in Tokyo that caters for students with foreign roots and limited Japanese skills who cannot cope with regular Japanese school lessons.
16:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
16:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Kimura Masahiko are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
16:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (2)
Spike proteins, protrusions on the viral surface, play a key role in infection. Hidden away in secret "virus factories," the coronavirus replicates itself. This contributes to the spread of the virus.
17:15 Direct Talk
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson challenges stereotypes about people with disabilities. An advocate for human diversity, she explores how disabled culture and identity have evolved throughout history.
17:30 Explore Japan
Capturing Masters' Workmanship: This program uses technology to explore Japanese craftsmen's unique skills. Today we'll look at the kanna (Japanese plane), used in wooden construction.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Somewhere Street mini
With over 10 million residents, Brazil's megalopolis of Sao Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere. It prospered due to the coffee industry, attracting immigrants from around the world.
18:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
18:30 J-Arena
We catch up with a 4th dan Shorinji Kempo teacher in Holland as he strives to keep the members of his new dojo on track with their training in the martial art amid the ongoing pandemic.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 10
Kathy Matsui, former Vice Chair of Goldman Sachs Japan, joins us to talk about the economic importance of closing the gender gap and shares what she is doing to support female entrepreneurs in Japan.
19:30 Japan Railway Journal
Chizu Express, which runs through the Chugoku Mountains, has recorded a profit for 21 consecutive years. See how the company has managed to stay on top and what they are doing to ensure their future.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 10
Kathy Matsui, former Vice Chair of Goldman Sachs Japan, joins us to talk about the economic importance of closing the gender gap and shares what she is doing to support female entrepreneurs in Japan.
20:30 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:15 BIZ STREAM SPECIAL EDITION 10
Kathy Matsui, former Vice Chair of Goldman Sachs Japan, joins us to talk about the economic importance of closing the gender gap and shares what she is doing to support female entrepreneurs in Japan.
21:30 Four Seasons in Japan
The village of Shirakawago has over 100 old farmhouses featuring gassho-zukuri thatched roofs and is a UNESCO world heritage site. It is nestled in wooded mountains that are home to diverse wildlife.
21:40 Direct Talk
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson challenges stereotypes about people with disabilities. An advocate for human diversity, she explores how disabled culture and identity have evolved throughout history.
21:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Saitama in daily 5-minute reports.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-2" by Totoki Naoko.
22:30 Culture Crossroads
The program features a "free school" run by an NPO in Tokyo that caters for students with foreign roots and limited Japanese skills who cannot cope with regular Japanese school lessons.
22:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
22:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Kimura Masahiko are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
22:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Late Summer Fun
Summer is winding down, and tonight down by Edo Bay the streets are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers, and revelers. It's getting late, but this party is just getting started.
23:15 Direct Talk
Jordi Fauli is the 9th head architect of the Sagrada Familia. He attempts to complete the building by 2026, 100 years after Gaudi's death. We look at the outlook during the COVID-19 pandemic.
23:30 Explore Japan
Capturing Masters' Workmanship: This program uses technology to explore Japanese craftsmen's unique skills. Today we'll look at the kanna (Japanese plane), used in wooden construction.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 RISING
Follow an Osaka painting firm overcoming an aging workforce by training female staff via digital platforms and leveraging their creative sensibilities for novel decorating and renovation projects.
00:40 The Signs
Used in COVID-19 vaccines, mRNA science is a promising weapon in the fight against intractable diseases. This episode focuses on Japanese researchers who use mRNA technology to develop new treatments.
00:55 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:10 Inspiring Landscapes
This program portrays the natural beauty still to be found all over Japan by following the scenery and wildlife through the seasons.
01:24 Dining with the Chef Mini
Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes! Featured recipe: Beef-wrapped Onigiri.
01:30 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
02:15 Direct Talk
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson challenges stereotypes about people with disabilities. An advocate for human diversity, she explores how disabled culture and identity have evolved throughout history.
02:30 J-Arena
We catch up with a 4th dan Shorinji Kempo teacher in Holland as he strives to keep the members of his new dojo on track with their training in the martial art amid the ongoing pandemic.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 Reading Japan
Short stories by Japan's leading writers, read in English. The illustrations draw you deeper into the world of Japanese life. Today's episode is "My Mom's a Successful Blogger Part-2" by Totoki Naoko.
03:30 Culture Crossroads
The program features a "free school" run by an NPO in Tokyo that caters for students with foreign roots and limited Japanese skills who cannot cope with regular Japanese school lessons.
03:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
03:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Kimura Masahiko are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
03:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:10 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
04:40 Direct Talk
Jordi Fauli is the 9th head architect of the Sagrada Familia. He attempts to complete the building by 2026, 100 years after Gaudi's death. We look at the outlook during the COVID-19 pandemic.
04:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Saitama in daily 5-minute reports.
05:00 Medical Frontiers
A smart revolution involving the latest technology is taking place at Japanese hospitals. We look at an innovative operating room and virtual reality-supported medical training.
05:30 Explore Japan
Capturing Masters' Workmanship: This program uses technology to explore Japanese craftsmen's unique skills. Today we'll look at the kanna (Japanese plane), used in wooden construction.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 Ukiyoe EDO-LIFE: Late Summer Fun
Summer is winding down, and tonight down by Edo Bay the streets are filled with professional entertainers, food sellers, and revelers. It's getting late, but this party is just getting started.
06:15 Direct Talk
Rosemarie Garland-Thomson challenges stereotypes about people with disabilities. An advocate for human diversity, she explores how disabled culture and identity have evolved throughout history.
06:30 Smitten in Japan: Hanko
Fresh perspectives on lesser-known parts of Japan. This time, hanko, stamps used in place of signatures in Japan, introduced by a Frenchman with a giant hanko collection!
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 EXTREME JAPAN
Rugged mountains. Sheer coastal cliffs. Serene forests. Join us on a journey to Japan's wild frontiers and hidden scenic wonders... a journey to Extreme Japan. Iriomotejima.
07:25 BEGIN Japanology mini
Trivia on aspects of Japan's unique culture and products that reflect the aesthetic sense and values of the Japanese people. Today: Kaiseki Cuisine.
07:30 Asia Insight
Thailand is seeing a decrease in new cases of COVID-19 but as time goes by, more people are losing jobs. We focus on a family struggling to survive and a Buddhist temple answering the call for help.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 Somewhere Street mini
With over 10 million residents, Brazil's megalopolis of Sao Paulo is the largest city in the Southern Hemisphere. It prospered due to the coffee industry, attracting immigrants from around the world.
08:25 The New Coronavirus in 3DCG (2)
Spike proteins, protrusions on the viral surface, play a key role in infection. Hidden away in secret "virus factories," the coronavirus replicates itself. This contributes to the spread of the virus.
08:30 Culture Crossroads
The program features a "free school" run by an NPO in Tokyo that caters for students with foreign roots and limited Japanese skills who cannot cope with regular Japanese school lessons.
08:40 Selfie Japan!
We visit Taito Ward in Tokyo. We go to a shop of Japanese kitchen knives. At another shop we found traditional rice-pots, full of craftsmanship. We marvel at realistic food samples at another shop.
08:45 no art, no life plus
Outsider artists like Kimura Masahiko are gaining recognition around the world. Although he creates mainly for himself, others have taken notice. See how these artists live and work.
08:55 Dining with the Chef mini
Featured recipe: Tonkatsu with Daikon and Ponzu Learn about Japanese home cooking with Master Chef Saito, based on traditional Japanese cooking techniques in five minutes!
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's journey in Saitama in daily 5-minute reports.
09:15 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
09:20 TIME-LAPSE JAPAN TOHOKU
Stunning time-lapse images offer a new angle on Tohoku, northeast Japan. Daisuke Shimizu, time-lapse creator seeks glimpses of sprites and spirits mysterious yet familiar presence in Tono, Iwate Pref.
09:25 JAPAN FROM ABOVE: UP CLOSE
This program takes you on an aerial journey across 21st century Japan. Enjoy the bird's-eye view of unique landscapes as well as intimate portraits of the people who inhabit the archipelago.
09:30 J-Arena
We catch up with a 4th dan Shorinji Kempo teacher in Holland as he strives to keep the members of his new dojo on track with their training in the martial art amid the ongoing pandemic.
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 Close-up on Cannes Film Festival
Screened in competition in Cannes Film Festival this year was Hamaguchi Ryusuke's "Drive My Car." Based on a short story by Murakami Haruki, the film won the award for Best Screenplay.
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Karl and Tina
Decades ago, a German interior designer moved to a depopulated village in Japan and pursued a passion for restoring traditional buildings. Since then, he and his wife have helped change the community.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
12:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
In 2019 a strong typhoon devastated parts of Japan. Viewers of the Darwin program wrote to us expressing concern for the wildlife along Tokyo's Tama River. Wait till you see what our cameras revealed.
12:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
FU is a processed flour-based food eaten in Japan since ancient times. It may look like bread, but it has few calories and lots of protein. Discover mysterious FU, which soaks up umami like a sponge.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 Smitten in Japan: Hanko
Fresh perspectives on lesser-known parts of Japan. This time, hanko, stamps used in place of signatures in Japan, introduced by a Frenchman with a giant hanko collection!
13:40 The Signs
Used in COVID-19 vaccines, mRNA science is a promising weapon in the fight against intractable diseases. This episode focuses on Japanese researchers who use mRNA technology to develop new treatments.
13:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's first day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists evaluate the kitchen utensils available in Japan, including some convenient single-function cooking tools sold in discount stores, and the ingenious all-purpose scrubbing tool tawashi.
14:55 Easy Japanese
#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and "ga suki desu."
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
15:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, spinning top toys called Beyblades, which are beloved by children worldwide.
15:40 Ani x Para World
In episode eight, popular manga creator Seo Kouji combines teen romance and para badminton to tell the heartwarming story of two friends who can't quite put their feelings for each other into words.
15:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Algorithm March"...
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 Close-up on Cannes Film Festival
Screened in competition in Cannes Film Festival this year was Hamaguchi Ryusuke's "Drive My Car." Based on a short story by Murakami Haruki, the film won the award for Best Screenplay.
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 Karl and Tina
Decades ago, a German interior designer moved to a depopulated village in Japan and pursued a passion for restoring traditional buildings. Since then, he and his wife have helped change the community.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
18:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, spinning top toys called Beyblades, which are beloved by children worldwide.
18:40 Ani x Para World
In episode eight, popular manga creator Seo Kouji combines teen romance and para badminton to tell the heartwarming story of two friends who can't quite put their feelings for each other into words.
18:55 PythagoraSwitch mini
There are hidden rules and unique ways of thinking that we can discover in our daily lives. With anime, songs, exercises, and Pythagora tools, get ready for fun! This time "Algorithm March"...
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
19:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
In 2019 a strong typhoon devastated parts of Japan. Viewers of the Darwin program wrote to us expressing concern for the wildlife along Tokyo's Tama River. Wait till you see what our cameras revealed.
19:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
FU is a processed flour-based food eaten in Japan since ancient times. It may look like bread, but it has few calories and lots of protein. Discover mysterious FU, which soaks up umami like a sponge.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 Smitten in Japan: Hanko
Fresh perspectives on lesser-known parts of Japan. This time, hanko, stamps used in place of signatures in Japan, introduced by a Frenchman with a giant hanko collection!
20:40 The Signs
Used in COVID-19 vaccines, mRNA science is a promising weapon in the fight against intractable diseases. This episode focuses on Japanese researchers who use mRNA technology to develop new treatments.
20:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's first day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists evaluate the kitchen utensils available in Japan, including some convenient single-function cooking tools sold in discount stores, and the ingenious all-purpose scrubbing tool tawashi.
21:55 Easy Japanese
#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and "ga suki desu."
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 Close-up on Cannes Film Festival
Screened in competition in Cannes Film Festival this year was Hamaguchi Ryusuke's "Drive My Car." Based on a short story by Murakami Haruki, the film won the award for Best Screenplay.
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Karl and Tina
Decades ago, a German interior designer moved to a depopulated village in Japan and pursued a passion for restoring traditional buildings. Since then, he and his wife have helped change the community.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, blue LEDs, or light-emitting diodes, which sparked a lighting revolution.
00:25 Japan's Top Inventions
The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, spinning top toys called Beyblades, which are beloved by children worldwide.
00:40 Ani x Para World
In episode eight, popular manga creator Seo Kouji combines teen romance and para badminton to tell the heartwarming story of two friends who can't quite put their feelings for each other into words.
00:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Direct Talk," which interviews with leading persons of the world such as Audrey Tang, Taiwanese Digital Minister and Purintei Merin, a bilingual Rakugo Story teller.
01:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
01:10 NHK Documentary
In Japan, more young people than ever before are dying by suicide. Now, experts are trying to understand when and why suicides might occur so they can provide help - before it's too late.
02:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
02:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists evaluate the kitchen utensils available in Japan, including some convenient single-function cooking tools sold in discount stores, and the ingenious all-purpose scrubbing tool tawashi.
02:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's first day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
03:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
03:10 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
03:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
In 2019 a strong typhoon devastated parts of Japan. Viewers of the Darwin program wrote to us expressing concern for the wildlife along Tokyo's Tama River. Wait till you see what our cameras revealed.
03:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
FU is a processed flour-based food eaten in Japan since ancient times. It may look like bread, but it has few calories and lots of protein. Discover mysterious FU, which soaks up umami like a sponge.
04:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
04:10 Close-up on Cannes Film Festival
Screened in competition in Cannes Film Festival this year was Hamaguchi Ryusuke's "Drive My Car." Based on a short story by Murakami Haruki, the film won the award for Best Screenplay.
05:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
05:10 Karl and Tina
Decades ago, a German interior designer moved to a depopulated village in Japan and pursued a passion for restoring traditional buildings. Since then, he and his wife have helped change the community.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
06:10 RISING
Follow an Osaka painting firm overcoming an aging workforce by training female staff via digital platforms and leveraging their creative sensibilities for novel decorating and renovation projects.
06:40 The Signs
Used in COVID-19 vaccines, mRNA science is a promising weapon in the fight against intractable diseases. This episode focuses on Japanese researchers who use mRNA technology to develop new treatments.
06:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's first day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
07:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
07:10 Anime Supernova
Shinomiya Yoshitoshi is active as both a traditional Nihonga artist and an animator. His finely crafted and elaborate animations, cultivated through Nihonga, has made him a highly acclaimed creator.
07:25 Darwin's Amazing Animals
In 2019 a strong typhoon devastated parts of Japan. Viewers of the Darwin program wrote to us expressing concern for the wildlife along Tokyo's Tama River. Wait till you see what our cameras revealed.
07:50 Trails to Oishii Tokyo mini
FU is a processed flour-based food eaten in Japan since ancient times. It may look like bread, but it has few calories and lots of protein. Discover mysterious FU, which soaks up umami like a sponge.
08:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
08:10 NHK Documentary
In Japan, more young people than ever before are dying by suicide. Now, experts are trying to understand when and why suicides might occur so they can provide help - before it's too late.
09:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
09:10 COOL JAPAN
The panelists evaluate the kitchen utensils available in Japan, including some convenient single-function cooking tools sold in discount stores, and the ingenious all-purpose scrubbing tool tawashi.
09:55 Easy Japanese
#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and "ga suki desu."
10:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
10:10 NHK Symphony Orchestra V
Roger Norrington: Beethoven, Symphony No.6 in F major, op.68 "Pastorale"
11:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
11:10 Hometown Stories
Baseball teams made up of children with developmental disorders are a rare sight in Japan. With the support of their families and other adults, baseball helps them face their own unique challenges.
11:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#6 Daijobu desu ka? Is it OK?/ When you want to ask if something is OK, say Daijobu desu ka? (Is it OK?) The phrase can also show concern about someone.
11:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
11:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Niseko is one of the top winter resort destinations in all of Hokkaido. The program host enjoys the great outdoors through a variety of fun winter activities, aside from skiing.
12:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
12:10 Face to Face
Our guest is Aoki Ryota, a young potter whose research into original glazes and techniques allows him to produce utterly unique works. Like an alchemist, he can make a dull metal glaze look like gold.
12:40 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces the Myoko Highlands in Niigata. In winter, heavy snows cover the forested plateau, but Japanese hares and macaque monkeys persevere against the cold.
12:50 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Udon Noodles with Vegetables and Wasabi.
12:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Direct Talk," which interviews with leading persons of the world such as Audrey Tang, Taiwanese Digital Minister and Purintei Merin, a bilingual Rakugo Story teller.
13:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
13:10 RISING
Follow an Osaka painting firm overcoming an aging workforce by training female staff via digital platforms and leveraging their creative sensibilities for novel decorating and renovation projects.
13:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-21.
13:50 Japanology Plus mini
Japanology Plus explores Japanese life and culture. In this 5-minute digest, we look at deep-fried food. These mouth-watering Japanese dishes are enjoyed as takeaway items and made at home.
13:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's second day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
14:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
14:10 Somewhere Street
Haarlem, one of the Netherlands' oldest cities, prospered due to the boat trade on its canals and rivers. In this episode we stroll the city and meet inhabitants who enjoy their lives on the canals.
15:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
15:10 NHK Documentary
In Japan, more young people than ever before are dying by suicide. Now, experts are trying to understand when and why suicides might occur so they can provide help - before it's too late.
16:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
16:10 NHK Symphony Orchestra V
Roger Norrington: Beethoven, Symphony No.6 in F major, op.68 "Pastorale"
17:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
17:10 Hometown Stories
Baseball teams made up of children with developmental disorders are a rare sight in Japan. With the support of their families and other adults, baseball helps them face their own unique challenges.
17:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#6 Daijobu desu ka? Is it OK?/ When you want to ask if something is OK, say Daijobu desu ka? (Is it OK?) The phrase can also show concern about someone.
17:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
17:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Niseko is one of the top winter resort destinations in all of Hokkaido. The program host enjoys the great outdoors through a variety of fun winter activities, aside from skiing.
18:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
18:10 RISING
Follow an Osaka painting firm overcoming an aging workforce by training female staff via digital platforms and leveraging their creative sensibilities for novel decorating and renovation projects.
18:40 Little Charo
Little Charo is an animation series about a Japanese dog who got lost in NY. "I want to see my owner again!" Charo starts his adventure back home. Season 1-21.
18:50 Easy Japanese
#23 I like this cat. / To express what you like, say the name of a person, place, or thing and "ga suki desu."
18:55 Doki Doki! NHK WORLD-JAPAN
This time we introduce "Direct Talk," which interviews with leading persons of the world such as Audrey Tang, Taiwanese Digital Minister and Purintei Merin, a bilingual Rakugo Story teller.
19:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
19:10 Face to Face
Our guest is Aoki Ryota, a young potter whose research into original glazes and techniques allows him to produce utterly unique works. Like an alchemist, he can make a dull metal glaze look like gold.
19:40 Four Seasons in Japan
This episode of Four Seasons in Japan introduces the Myoko Highlands in Niigata. In winter, heavy snows cover the forested plateau, but Japanese hares and macaque monkeys persevere against the cold.
19:50 Dining with the Chef mini
Learn about easy, delicious and healthy cooking with Chef Rika! Featured recipe: Udon Noodles with Vegetables and Wasabi.
19:55 The Flame Across Japan
Heading to the Tokyo Paralympic Games, the torch will make its way across the country in August. Catch the highlights of the flame's second day in Tokyo in daily 5-minute reports.
20:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
20:10 NHK Documentary
In Japan, more young people than ever before are dying by suicide. Now, experts are trying to understand when and why suicides might occur so they can provide help - before it's too late.
21:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
21:10 Somewhere Street
Haarlem, one of the Netherlands' oldest cities, prospered due to the boat trade on its canals and rivers. In this episode we stroll the city and meet inhabitants who enjoy their lives on the canals.
22:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
22:10 NHK Symphony Orchestra V
Roger Norrington: Beethoven, Symphony No.6 in F major, op.68 "Pastorale"
23:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
23:10 Hometown Stories
Baseball teams made up of children with developmental disorders are a rare sight in Japan. With the support of their families and other adults, baseball helps them face their own unique challenges.
23:37 Easy Travel Japanese
#6 Daijobu desu ka? Is it OK?/ When you want to ask if something is OK, say Daijobu desu ka? (Is it OK?) The phrase can also show concern about someone.
23:40 The Seasons of Yamato
A series of poetic videos by Koichi Hozan, a videographer living in Nara, in collaboration with a pianist, Mine Kawakami, for which she plays exclusive pieces, makes you experience each seasons.
23:45 Wild Hokkaido!
Niseko is one of the top winter resort destinations in all of Hokkaido. The program host enjoys the great outdoors through a variety of fun winter activities, aside from skiing.
00:00 NHK NEWSLINE
NHK WORLD-JAPAN's flagship hourly news program delivers the latest world news, business and weather, with a focus on Japan and the rest of Asia.
00:10 NEWSLINE IN DEPTH
Introducing a colorful variety of feature stories, including reports on daily life from locations throughout Japan, as well as other parts of Asia and around the world.
00:23 Japanology Plus mini
We bring you a five-minute digest of "Japanology Plus," a show that explores Japanese culture from various angles. This time we focus on swords as weapons, status symbols and works of art.
00:30 Medical Frontiers
CyberKnife is non-invasive, painless radiosurgery for treating cancer. Hard-to-treat cancers can be removed without damaging surrounding tissue. A Japanese doctor improved the technology.
